Renovations are expected to be completed by May 7. Construction repairs and noise may impact your next visit. Thank you for your understanding.
Concession Branch - Renovations Underway
Published:
Monday, April 13, 2026 - 1:15pm
Turner Park - Study Hall Cancellations
Due to maintenance and construction, Study Hall is cancelled on Thursdays, April 16 and 23 (8pm-Midnight). The parking lot will also not be available on Thursday, April 23 (10pm-5am) and Friday, April 24 (10pm-5am). We apologize for the inconvenience.
Published:
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 - 2:30pm
Mount Hope Branch - Delayed Opening, Monday, May 4
Due to Staff training, Mount Hope Branch will have a delayed opening of 2 pm on Monday, May 4. You may visit Turner Park Branch as the next nearest location for your library needs. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Friday, March 27, 2026 - 8:00am
Central Library: Children's Area Renovation on 2nd Floor, March 30-April 27
Starting March 30, renovations for the 2nd floor Central Children's Area will begin. Programs will still be offered as scheduled and there will be a temporary pop-up Children’s Area on the northeast side of the 2nd floor (near the Piano Room), including access to collections and train tables. Thank you for your patience during this time.
Published:
Monday, March 23, 2026 - 9:00am
Bookmobile Service Modifications
Due to driver availability, Bookmobile is off the road for the following. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Tuesday, April 21
- Greencedar 5:30pm-6:30pm (instead of 4-5pm)
- Mountview 5:30-6:30 pm - Cancelled
Friday, April 24
- Winona 11 am-Noon - Cancelled
- Maplewood 2:30-4 pm - Cancelled
Tuesday, April 28
- McMaster 3:30-4:30 pm - Cancelled
Wednesday, April 29
- Swansea 10-10:30 am - Cancelled
- Helen Detwiler 11 am-Noon - Cancelled
- Warplane Museum 3-4 pm - Cancelled
Published:
Monday, March 16, 2026 - 10:15am
Sherwood Branch: Renovations
As of Monday, March 2, Sherwood Branch's 2nd floor is closed due to renovations. Makerspace, Children and Teen's collection are temporarily available on the 1st floor. All programs will be held in the basement program room. Renovations are expected to be completed in late Spring. Thank you for your patience.
Published:
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - 1:00pm
Community Resources Events
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
One-on-one information sessions for Newcomers about settling in Canada.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Learn about trauma-informed, culturally responsive, mental health support.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
One-on-one information sessions for Newcomers about settling in Canada.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In Branch
Learn about pre-apprenticeship programs open to women and gender-diverse individuals.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
A safe space for women to discuss mental health, wellness, boundaries, healthy relationships and more.
- Turner Park Branch
- 352 Rymal Road East Hamilton ON
In Branch
Connect and learn more about opportunities and resources available to youth in Hamilton.
- Red Hill Branch
- 695 Queenston Road Hamilton ON
One-on-one information sessions for Newcomers about settling in Canada.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Speak to a Métis Nation of Ontario Family Wellbeing Coordinator who helps families heal from violence and helps children in care or in the justice system.
- Barton Branch
- 571 Barton Street East Hamilton ON
Visit with staff from Wayside House of Hamilton for Hep-C testing, Naloxone kits and more.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Speak to a nurse from Hamilton Public Health’s Tobacco Control Program about supports available to help people quit smoking or vaping.
- Valley Park Branch
- 970 Paramount Dr. Stoney Creek ON
Free, personalized job search support for those looking for work or considering a career change.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Newcomer Support Services
Support and services to immigrant and refugee individuals and families with settlement, career guidance, health and related issues.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
One-on-one information sessions for Newcomers about settling in Canada.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Learn about the services, supports and education provided by the healthcare and support staff at Hamilton Family Health Team.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Canadian Mental Health Association Peer Supporters listen, provide emotional support and inspire hope.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
In Branch
Speak to an Alectra Utilities representative to learn about payment assistance programs and resources to help with your utility bills.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Speak with Head Injury Rehabilitation Ontario (HIRO) staff about their community-based rehabilitation programs for adults living with brain injuries in Ontario.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Newcomer Support Services
Support and services to immigrant and refugee individuals and families with settlement, career guidance, health and related issues.
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Mishka Social Services provides social services in Arabic and English/ نقدم الخدمات الاجتماعية باللغة العربية والانكليزية
- Central Library
- 55 York Boulevard Hamilton ON
Learn about Wesley Employment Services' Power of Possible job-search workshop series.
